The head of the Victorian Taxi Association believes a workable solution similar to what’s being done in NSW is not far off for Victoria.

“I think it’s inevitable, guys, that this service will be regulated. I don’t think there can be any doubt about that,” David Samuel told 3AW radio on Monday.

Victorian taxi drivers went on strike in September to protest against UberX, which allows drivers to use their own car to take passengers.

The drivers want Uber shut down or for governments to introduce a level playing field that would make Uber drivers pay the same licence and registration fees.

In South Australia, Uber legally operates Uber “Black” services, which utilise licensed hire cars and drivers, but the State Government insists ride-sharing service Uber X is illegal under current legislation. A review of the taxi industry is underway, which is expected to make recommendations about the status of Uber X in SA.

– with AAP

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